Travelling from Panama City to Dallas: what you need to know
Panama City is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Panama City to Dallas flying out of Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Touch down at Dallas's primary gateway, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
Panama City and Dallas are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Panama City to Dallas flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Dallas
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Panama City to Dallas flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
We make it a cinch to find a Panama City to Dallas flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Tocumen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Panama City to Dallas? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Tocumen International Airport:
Tocumen International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that depart PTY reach their destination without delay.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Break up your Panama City to Dallas flight with a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). One of the main stopovers between Panama Pacifico Airport and Dallas, it's a great opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
BLB is roughly 11 kilometres from central Panama City. It takes 20 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Panama City to Dallas, stay in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Panama Pacifico Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 87%.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Dallas. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Dallas, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DFW:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dallas and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport about one week in advance of your Panama City to Dallas flight.
DFW is situated at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
As soon as your flight from Panama City to Dallas has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Dallas is approximately 10 kilometres from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 50 minutes or so.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Easirent, Thrifty or Dollar and make a speedy getaway.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from DAL three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Dallas Love Field Airport is 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Panama City to Dallas. July is the busiest month to visit Dallas. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your Panama City to Dallas tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 41ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Panama City to Dallas in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 16ºC.
More about Dallas
Start your Dallas trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Panama City to Dallas, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are highlights which should be on any well-planned Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Dallas. Around 370 kilometres to the south, check out popular attractions including The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
San Antonio is another standout destination in United States and is around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. No trip is complete without experiencing The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.